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Frederikshavn is surrounded by an amazing nature that can tempt anyone to go on a hike. If you're not familiar with the area there are several marked tracks you can use. Some of the things you can experience on foot are Botanisk Have (Botanical Garden), Dyrehaven (Animal Park), bird-watching towers and amazing natural scenery.
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Hiking in Bangsbo
Hiking in Bangsbo Skov (forest) is an amazing nature experience, where you will encounter the forests wildlife such as fallow deer and stags. The forest is approximate 100 hectares whereof 51 hectares is fenced in; there are three marked hiking tracks in Bangsbo Skov which makes it easy to get around.
The three tracks are of different lengths:
| Yellow track |
– 2.3 km |
| Red track |
– 2.7 km |
| Blue track |
– 4.5 km |
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This gives you the possibility to pick that track that suits you the best, whether you want to see wildlife or you simply want to have a nice little walk. These tracks will fit everyone's taste as they pass through both Dyreparken and Bangsbo Botanisk Have.
The blue track which is the longest takes you to the area around Pikkerbakken, which has a fantastic view overlooking the town and the sea. It's 71 meters above sea level and in good weather it’s possible to see the island of Læsø.
The hikes are suitable for the entire family as it is possible to play at a nice nature playground; here you will also find a spot for a bonfire and a hut where you can enjoy your packed lunch.
Besides these three tracks there's an additional two, Konge- and Dronningestien.
Kongestien is the longer of the two with its 8 km. It will take you through Botanisk Have and Dyreparken as well as to Vandværksskov and the Vandværkssø (lake). One of the main points on the track is Cloostårnet, a 60 meter tall tower that stands 160 meters above sea level. Here you can take a break from your hike and enjoy the view from the top of the tower. (Price: Adult 30 kr. Children 10 kr.) You can purchase ice-cream, beverages, coffee and souvenirs here.
Dronningestien is 5 km long and will take you towards Pikkerbakken, this track will not take you through Bangsbo and Dyrehaven like the others do. However you will find that Pikkerbakken has a fantastic view of the coastline and Kattegat. The track will also take you past Bangsbo Fort, which is a bunker museum from WWII; here you will be able to see the cannons that face the sea like they would have, during WWII.
Åsted Ådal
Åsted Ådal is a protected natural area that lies to the west of Frederikshavn, along with Faurholt Hede it's a 136 hectare area consisting of varied and hilly nature.
There are three different tracks in the area, which all are suitable for working up a sweat.
It's recommended to bring a picnic basket so you can enjoy a light meal in the forest.
Yellow Track: Between field and forest 3.3 km.
This track offers rich opportunity to experience the wildflowers and the change from forest to cultivated landscape. You will be able to see the animal tracks that show how the animals move around during the night; from forest to open terrain.
Red Track: Along the stream 4.2 km.
This track will take you along both sides of Åsted Å (stream) which runs in the middle of the valley.
Here you can enjoy the quiet rippling of the water and if you're lucky you might get to see the kingfisher.
Blue Track: The hilly landscape 5.3 km.
This is the longest of the three tracks; this is the track for the jogger who is looking for a challenge as the hilly terrain offers plenty of those.
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The Green TrackThe green track is approximately 60 km long and it’s suitable for both biking and hiking. This track will take you through all types of the Danish nature, such as river valleys, salt meadows and harvest fields. In three different places you will find bird-watching towers, where you can sit and observe the many different kinds of birds. The track offers a look at the different types of natural scenery like bogs, dunes, heaths, deciduous and conifer forest, along the way you will also come across remnants from the past for example burial mounds, manors and stone cellars from the Iron Age.
It is possible to have an overnight stay on the track as well as a more primitive stay in bivouac.
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Nordsøstien is part of the North Sea Trail; it's a set of hiking tracks that is part of the historic trail along the North Sea. Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Germany, Holland, England and Scotland are all part of the trail consisting of 26 regions in total. In Denmark the trail is approximately 1500 km long. One of the track's passes through Frederikshavn, the track is called Aalbæk-Sæby and it is 48 km long. The hinterland between Aalbæk and Strandby has vast stretches of bog and heath; here you will also find Aalbæk Klitplantage where different types of pinewood grow. Very unique to this part of the country is the stone plains, which can also be found here. Between Aalbæk and Strandby lies the small town of Jerup. Here, in a protected area, you will be able to experience a peculiar little natural phenomenon, the so called Rimme Doppe landscape which is formed by the sea and can only be found on the side of Vendsyssel that faces the Kattegat. Strandby is a prober little fishing village, however because of the crisis and fishing restrictions the fleet has been reduced to half its size. The village is also well known for its characteristic church from 1965-66, it was designed by the architect J. Blegvad. Frederikshavn is the biggest town on the trail and offers plenty of places worth a visit. The stretch between Frederikshavn and Sæby mostly follows the coastline and offers fantastic views of the sea. |
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